Total Clean vs NIC Local Franchise

Total Clean and NIC Local are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. Total Clean has the lower minimum investment at £20,000, compared with £30,000 for NIC Local. NIC Local is the older brand, established in 1969. NIC Local operates the larger UK network with 40 outlets versus 30.

FactTotal CleanNIC Local
Minimum investment£20,000£30,000
Founded19881969
UK outlets3040
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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Total Clean vs NIC Local FAQ

Which is cheaper, Total Clean or NIC Local?

Total Clean is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £20,000 compared with £30,000 for NIC Local. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, Total Clean or NIC Local?

NIC Local is the older brand, established in 1969, while Total Clean was founded in 1988.

Which has more UK outlets, Total Clean or NIC Local?

NIC Local runs the larger UK network with 40 outlets compared with 30 for Total Clean.

Do Total Clean and NIC Local both include training?

Total Clean and NIC Local both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for Total Clean and NIC Local?

Total Clean financing: Third Party. NIC Local financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 15 May 2026.